Finding Short Term Accommodation in Australia

08 Jan, 2025 Travel & Explore Australia, Work in Australia 0

Short term accommodation in Australia generally can broadly be divided on the basis of duration as less than 3 months and between 3 months to 6 months.

Airbnb is a popular option for budget travelers and provides many options. Accommodation listings on websites such as Airbnb, Gumtree and Stayz are on the rise, as households cash in by renting out unused space.

Budget accommodation

Hostels offer cheap, short term accommodation. Most have a mix of private rooms and dormitory style accommodation. Some also offer communal kitchen, lounge and bathroom facilities.

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Hotels and motels

Hotels and motels offer short-term accommodation and, though prices vary widely, budget options could start from as low as $100 per night. Hotels and motels are available in both metropolitan and regional Australia.

Numerous nationwide hotel and motel chains – among them familiar names such as Best Western and Travelodge, as well as Australian ones such as Budget, Golden Chain and Flag – are dependable if not particularly exciting.

Serviced apartments

There are a lot of services apartments in most metro cities in Australia that provide accommodation starting from a duration of one month to six months.

Serviced apartments are fully furnished and ready to live in with prices ranging from about A$120 to A$300 per night – the rate usually becomes cheaper with the duration of stay.

Bed and Breakfast

Situated in major centers, rural, wine, and resort areas, including homestays and farmstays, B&B accommodations styles range from fully hosted to self-contained cottages. Accommodation included in the B&B arrangement could vary with the price paid for. Some properties offer simple and homely B&B accommodation, others offer grand suites or luxurious self contained facilities. In general bedrooms will be comfortable, usually with a private or ensuite bathroom, and breakfast is usually included in your room rate.

The Bed & Breakfast option offers wonderful accommodation, fantastic breakfasts and outstanding value. They are the ideal way to appreciate genuine Australian Hospitality. B&B hosts can suggest wonderful places to visit, recommend the best restaurants or even prepare a wonderful meal. Above all they promise superior hospitality and are committed to ensuring your stay is both enjoyable and memorable.

Caravan parks

Australian caravan parks (sometimes called holiday parks) are usually superbly equipped: in addition to an amenities block and a coin-operated laundry, you’ll often get a camp kitchen, a coin-operated (or free) barbecue, a kiosk of minor supplies, possibly a pool, maybe even a children’s playground and a tennis court.

Some caravan parks offer on-site caravans or holiday-style cabins. If you are travelling without a tent, renting an on-site van (ie a caravan or trailer with cooking facilities but shared amenities) is a cheap option. Cabins usually come with cooking facilities and a bathroom. In some upmarket caravan parks, cabins can be slightly more expensive than a motel room, but are larger and better equipped, so are a good choice for families or groups.

These tend to be quite affordable (generally less than A$100 per night). The cost per night may reduce if you book a longer stay.

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